On September 18th, all 8th grade students will participate in the Explore Test. This is a test designed by ACT (American College Test) to help students identify strengths and areas to improve academically. The ACT test is a college entrance exam. The Explore test prepares students for the ACT test that they will take in high school. There are 5 sections of the test students will complete. They are the following: 1. Interest Inventory 2. English 3. Math 4. Reading 5. Science Each academic section is timed at 30 minutes. Small breaks will be given between each section to help students perform at their best. · On Monday, September 16th students will attend an assembly to learn the importance of doing their best during this test. We will also take a short time to answer any questions students may. · Tuesday, September 17th all 8th grade students will take the interest inventory survey. This survey connects personal interests to potential careers. · Wednesday, September 18th will be the academic portion of the test. We will start promptly at 8:00 A.M. Students who are late or need to check out will not be allowed to test on this day. A make-up day will be scheduled immediately after the test for the rest of the students. The results from this test will be discussed during your students PCCR (Plan for College and Career Readiness) meeting with your students guidance counselor starting in November, running thru February. This test will be a talking point during this meeting discussing high school course plan and post-secondary training. It is important for your student to do their best on this test. It is imperative that all students be on time and ready to test. A good night’s sleep and breakfast is recommended for your student. If you have any further questions or concerns regarding the Explore Test please feel free to contact the counseling center at 801-412-2360. Thank you for the support of your student. We are truly fortunate to live in such a great community.

After School Enrichment started this week! If you need a little extra help in your classes, stay after school for enrichment. Students can come from 3:00 - 4:00 every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday to get help in their classes. Even if you teacher is not staying after for enrichment another teacher with the same subject area can help you. See below for the schedule

Counselors just spent two days last week with all of our 7th grade students. We presented LOTS of information on things they can do to have a fun, exciting, and successful first year of middle school. Some of the things that our presentation covered are; organization, study skills, study habits, how to get around the school, stress, managing stress, bullying/harassment, how to handle and report bullying.